Most often, the causes of odor lie in the oral cavity; in more rare cases, the problem may be associated with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract or ENT organs. Ekaterina Shesler, a gastroenterologist at the Fomina Clinic network in Krasnodar, told socialbites.ca.
“Bad breath in the morning after sleeping or eating strong-smelling foods is normal. In other cases, it is necessary to exclude diseases of the oral cavity: caries, gingivitis and poor hygiene. It is important to use dental floss and, if necessary, an irrigator. Most often, the causes of the odor lie in the oral cavity, so first of all, you need to see a dentist,” Shesler said.
Less commonly, bad breath can be associated with chronic inflammation of the paranasal sinuses and tonsillar obstruction. It can also be caused by gastrointestinal diseases. For example, Zenkner’s diverticulum is a protrusion of the posterior wall of the esophagus. The disease can manifest itself as sore throat, dry cough, foreign body sensation, and increased salivation. Gastroesophageal reflux, or the leakage of stomach contents into the esophagus, can also cause bad breath.
“An unpleasant odor can be a sign of diabetes, and the smell of ammonia can be a sign of chronic renal failure. The gastroenterologist emphasized that it is very important to see a doctor with this problem to exclude dangerous diseases.
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